What is Lyft XL?
Ava Arnold
Updated on March 11, 2026
Requesting a Lyft XL ride will pair you up with a larger vehicle that can fit up to five passengers. On the map screen, toggle over to 'XL' and tap 'Request XL. ' The CDC recently updated its guidance for transportation, and masks are now optional in all rides.
What's the difference between Lyft and Lyft XL?
In a nutshell, a regular Lyft has room for 4 passengers. Lyft XL seats 6 passengers. Lyft Lux, Black, and Black XL are higher-end services for when you want to pay more for a nicer car. Read on for more details about each service, and how Lyft works.What cars are considered XL for Lyft?
Lyft XL — which was previously called Lyft Plus — uses larger vehicles such as minivans and SUVs, and ensures every passenger has a seatbelt.How much luggage can a Lyft XL hold?
Lyft Lux XL vehicles will have a lot of cargo and passenger space. Of course, the fewer passengers you have on your ride, the more luggage you'll be able to fit. In general, expect to have room for 3-4 large suitcases or 4-5 small or medium-sized suitcases.How do I drive Lyft XL only?
Skip to: Becoming a Lyft XL driver.
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If you have a qualifying vehicle, you can opt into XL ride in the Lyft Driver app:
- Open the main menu and tap 'Account. '
- Tap 'Dashboard' and open the Dashboard menu.
- Tap the 'Vehicles' tab, then the arrow on 'Ride preferences. '
- Select the ride types you want.
Lyft XL Requirements for the Lyft XL Driver
Does Lyft XL have car seats?
Lyft is now offering a new feature for parents of young children: an option to call a vehicle with a car seat. The ride sharing company announced its new feature on Monday. When users are selecting the type of vehicle they want to request, they can now press the “car seat” button, which fits 1 child and up to 3 adults.What kind of cars are UberXL?
UberXL seats 6 passengers in an SUV or minivanTypical UberXL vehicles are minivans and SUV's like Honda Pilot, Dodge Caravan, GMC Acadia, etc. Uber XL is the right option for a large group of people who want the most affordable ride for 5 or more passengers.
Can UberXL fit a couch?
They have 6 or more seats and are intended to move large groups. Even if the driver was willing to remove seats and risk scratching or scuffing the interior of their vehicle; couches, tables, and other large items are unlikely to fit.Does Lyft have a luxury option?
Lyft Lux, Lux Black, and Lux Black XL are Lyft's luxury ride options when you need to arrive in style.What Lyft black?
Lyft Black & Lyft Black SUV services allow drivers with black luxury cars to earn even higher rates on the fares than with standard Lyft rides. Like Lyft Lux, you need to maintain a 4.85 rating. Your vehicle must be in excellent condition, have a black exterior and leather or leather-like seats.Is it worth it to do Uber black?
While Uber X drivers earn a modest base fare of $2.20, Uber Black drivers bring in nearly four times that amount at $8.00. Next, when you compare the two services' per minute charges, Uber Black comes out on top at $0.65 per minute, nearly tripling Uber X's $0.26.Is Lyft cheaper than Uber?
Uber's average pricing is now 10% below Lyft's, according to his analysis. That's a flip from May, when Uber's rides were 1% more expensive. His latest survey also found that Uber's bookings per hour were 3.4% ahead of Lyft's.Do Lyft Lux drivers make more?
Many rideshare drivers report that it's worth it to drive for Lyft Lux. You'll make more money per ride for essentially offering the same service. Plus, Lyft Lux riders tend to be more respectful and tip well.What are the different Lyft levels?
Original Lyft provides rides in regular vehicles for up to three passengers. Lyft XL provides rides in regular vehicles for up to five passengers. Lyft Lux provides premium black car service in luxury vehicles. Lyft Black is a premium black car service including luxury vehicles.What is preferred Lyft?
Preferred: Standard Lyft ride for up to 3* riders. Take a ride with a top-rated driver in a spacious car. With Preferred, you can let your driver know if you'd like a quiet ride, have bags or luggage, or your desired vehicle temperature preference. Preferred is currently a pilot and is not available in all markets.Which is better Lyft or Uber?
The verdict: Lyft wins, in part for greater transparency.In addition, because Uber is generally more popular in most cities, in my experience its surge markup is often significantly higher than Lyft's, meaning riders are typically better off summoning a Lyft when cars are in high demand.